1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5. 1999 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1983 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Samsung |
| Model | A 310 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
